As educators we’re always looking for ways to make learning fun for our kids. One of the best ways to do this is by incorporating real-life experiences into their education. A great example of this is teaching your kids how to collect and find out how much rainwater is collected over a period of time.Continue reading “Rainy Day Fun with kids: Collecting rainwater with children”
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Nature’s classroom: Reflections on the book chapter, First Few Sessions of Outdoor Learning, ‘Dirty Teaching’
As technology continues to advance, children are spending more and more time indoors. As a result, outdoor education has become more important than ever. Outdoor learning provides a unique opportunity for children to connect with nature, learn new skills, and develop a deeper appreciation for the environment. But before beginning the experience of outdoor learningContinue reading “Nature’s classroom: Reflections on the book chapter, First Few Sessions of Outdoor Learning, ‘Dirty Teaching’”
Building a Home for Bugs: The Educational Benefits of Insect Houses in Early Childhood Education
Insects play an essential role in our ecosystem, and early childhood is the perfect time to teach children about their importance. By building insect houses, children can experience the joy of creating a home for these tiny creatures and learn about their habits and behaviors. Moreover, insect houses can help young children learn about sustainability,Continue reading “Building a Home for Bugs: The Educational Benefits of Insect Houses in Early Childhood Education”
Portal in the trees: nature based learning in early childhood education
It’s springtime in the hillside of Landour, Mussoorie and the sun is shining bright over this beautiful abode of Oak trees. This is a perfect weather to do nature walks in the hillside to experience the intricate bond which mother nature shares in each and every corner of this beautiful landscape. So, I decided toContinue reading “Portal in the trees: nature based learning in early childhood education”
Forestry for Kids: Learning Soil thermodynamics in outdoor education
Thermodynamics is a topic of study in sciences which lays its foundation in the middle year education program in most of the national or international curriculums. Thermodynamics is the scientific study of the relations between heat and other forms of energy. In simple words, thermodynamics is the dynamics of the heat energy. Educators and studentsContinue reading “Forestry for Kids: Learning Soil thermodynamics in outdoor education”
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